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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T138 RCEMOT history

T138 RCE is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 149,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2024
Mileage
149,677 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T138 RCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T138 RCE was last recorded at 149,677 miles on 4 Jul 2024, 2,162 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,515 miles · 10 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
2,162 miles
Average per year
4,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 149,677 miles
  • 2023 – 147,515 miles
  • 2022 – 144,910 miles
  • 2021 – 142,618 miles
  • 2020 – 140,699 miles
  • 2019 – 138,597 miles
  • 2018 – 134,958 miles
  • 2017 – 131,262 miles
  • 2016 – 126,680 miles
  • 2015 – 119,949 miles
  • 2014 – 116,729 miles
  • 2013 – 114,127 miles
  • 2012 – 111,907 miles
  • 2011 – 109,172 miles
  • 2010 – 106,022 miles
  • 2009 – 96,223 miles
  • 2008 – 86,660 miles
  • 2007 – 76,626 miles
  • 2006 – 67,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail149,677 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SIll area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also a nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside front wing heavily corroded

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint broken remedial repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail149,677 miles (+2,162)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,677 miles
    Test number
    222567243652
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SIll area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also a nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside front wing heavily corroded

  2. Pass147,515 miles (+2,605)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    147,515 miles
    Test number
    769259465339
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass144,910 miles (+2,292)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    144,910 miles
    Test number
    371422071704
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside front sill/wheel arch area
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNail in tyre Both rear
    • AdvisoryOffside front top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust sleeve broken

  4. Pass142,618 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    142,618 miles
    Test number
    767275250036
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security OUTER SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail142,618 miles (+1,919)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,618 miles
    Test number
    882941394884
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working BOTH (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security OUTER SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass140,699 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    140,699 miles
    Test number
    400185502597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail140,697 miles (+2,100)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,697 miles
    Test number
    943998719030
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass138,597 miles (+3,639)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    138,597 miles
    Test number
    589671232603
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass134,958 miles (+3,696)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    134,958 miles
    Test number
    615552231835
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining catch faulty
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp(s) deteriorated

  10. Pass131,262 miles (+4,582)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    131,262 miles
    Test number
    282222729217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,680 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    126,680 miles
    Test number
    394716053138
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint broken remedial repair (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front btyre wearing uneven
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  12. Fail126,673 miles (+6,724)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,673 miles
    Test number
    400460065454
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint broken remedial repair (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front btyre wearing uneven
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight play to nearside trackrodend balljoint
    • AdvisorySlight play to offside lower ball joint

  13. Pass119,949 miles (+3,220)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    119,949 miles
    Test number
    415297845117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteExhaust clamp deteriorating

  14. Pass116,729 miles (+2,602)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    116,729 miles
    Test number
    338085034149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass114,127 miles (+2,220)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    114,127 miles
    Test number
    949276233166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass111,907 miles (+49)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    111,907 miles
    Test number
    105940762190
    • NoteExhaust slightly deteriorated

  17. Fail111,858 miles (+2,686)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,858 miles
    Test number
    227982752400
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust slightly deteriorated

  18. Pass109,172 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    109,172 miles
    Test number
    107656631180
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r brake binding slightly-handbrake slightly sticky on release

  19. Fail109,172 miles (+3,150)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,172 miles
    Test number
    227946931195
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r brake binding slightly-handbrake slightly sticky on release

  20. Pass106,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    106,022 miles
    Test number
    592622150103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail106,021 miles (+9,798)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,021 miles
    Test number
    682722350179
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass96,223 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    96,223 miles
    Test number
    270345339141
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Fail96,223 miles (+9,563)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,223 miles
    Test number
    743615939186
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Pass86,660 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    86,660 miles
    Test number
    703080058193
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  25. Fail86,660 miles (+10,034)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,660 miles
    Test number
    760220758148
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass76,626 miles (+8,940)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    76,626 miles
    Test number
    344605247175
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear pads a little low

  27. Pass67,686 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    67,686 miles
    Test number
    361266856199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T138 RCE

Does T138 RCE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T138 RCE expired on 9 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T138 RCE?
The MOT on T138 RCE expired on 9 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T138 RCE done?
T138 RCE was recorded at 149,677 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2024, an average of 4,535 miles a year.
Has T138 RCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T138 RCE has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T138 RCE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T138 RCE find?
T138 RCE failed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 4 advisories: offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area; nearside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill area, and 9 more.

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